Airfreight Manager

Mondiale VGL Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondiale VGL Pty is a global logistics leader with deep roots in Oceania and operations spanning 19 markets. We’re seeking a senior airfreight professional to own carrier relationships, drive operational excellence, and lead a high-performing team in Sydney.

You will influence pricing, work closely with Sales and Key Account Management, and ensure compliance with IATA, DG, and border regulations to maintain credibility and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven airfreight experience with current relationships across airlines and/or co-loaders.
• Track record of negotiating rates and capacity that move the needle.
• Confidence leading and developing a team.
• Strong knowledge of IATA regs, air waybill documentation, and DG requirements.
• CargoWise experience (or similar freight system).
• Judgement to operate commercially, not just operationally.

Responsibilities

• Own the carrier relationships with airlines and co-loaders, negotiating rates and securing space.
• Oversee air imports/exports, documentation, compliance, and exceptions to keep operations on time.
• Lead, coach, and develop Air Operators and Coordinators.
• Collaborate with Sales and Key Account Management to shape pricing and win rate.
• Ensure compliance with IATA regulations, Dangerous Goods, and Border Force requirements.

Skills

Airfreight experience

Industry relationships

Rate negotiations

Team leadership

IATA knowledge

DG knowledge

CargoWise experience

Commercial judgement

Job description

Mondiale VGLis a global logistics leader with deep roots in Oceania and operations spanning 19 markets worldwide.

For more than 40 years, we’ve been connecting people, places, and opportunities - moving freight smoothly and building lasting careers across NewZealand, Australia, Asia, Europe, and the USA.

Our end-to-end services cover every stage of the supply chain, from sea and air freight to customs clearance, wharf transport, and warehousing. This fully integrated approach helps our partners move goods efficiently across borders while powering their growth.

With a team of over 1,500 talented professionals, we bring together diverse perspectives and shared ambition. Our heritage has shaped who we are - a company built on reliability, innovation, and care - and it drives how we move forward.

Job Description

What you'll be doing

• Owning the carrier relationships. You'll be the person airlines and co-loaders want to do business with - negotiating rates, securing space, and sorting out problems before they become headaches.
• Running the show operationally. Air imports, air exports, documentation, compliance, exceptions - you'll keep it all moving smoothly and on time.
• Leading a team that trusts you. You'll coach, develop, and back your Air Operators and Coordinators so they can do their best work.
• Shaping the commercial outcome. Working closely with Sales and Key Account Management, your market knowledge will directly influence pricing and win rate.
• Keeping us compliant and credible. IATA regulations, Dangerous Goods, Border Force requirements - you'll make sure we're always ahead of the curve.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven airfreight experience with genuine, current relationships across airlines and/or co-loaders
• A track record of negotiating rates and capacity that actually move the needle
• Confidence leading and developing a team
• Strong knowledge of IATA regs, air waybill documentation, and DG requirements
• CargoWise experience (or a similar freight system) - you'll pick up our workflows fast
• The judgement to operate commercially, not just operationally

Additional Information

We believe our people are our greatest strength - and the diversity of our team is central to how we grow and succeed. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. With operations spanning the globe, we know we’re better together when our team reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we work with every day.